Psalm 40:1-11

Psalm 40:1-11New International Version (NIV)

For the director of music. Of David. A psalm.

1 I waited patiently for the Lord;he turned to me and heard my cry.2 He lifted me out of the slimy pit,out of the mud and mire;he set my feet on a rockand gave me a firm place to stand.3 He put a new song in my mouth,a hymn of praise to our God.Many will see and fear the Lordand put their trust in him.

4 Blessed is the onewho trusts in the Lord,who does not look to the proud,to those who turn aside to false gods.[b]5 Many, Lord my God,are the wonders you have done,the things you planned for us.None can compare with you;were I to speak and tell of your deeds,they would be too many to declare.

6 Sacrifice and offering you did not desire—but my ears you have opened[c]—burnt offerings and sin offerings[d] you did not require.7 Then I said, “Here I am, I have come—it is written about me in the scroll.[e]8 I desire to do your will, my God;your law is within my heart.”

9 I proclaim your saving acts in the great assembly;I do not seal my lips, Lord,as you know.10 I do not hide your righteousness in my heart;I speak of your faithfulness and your saving help.I do not conceal your love and your faithfulnessfrom the great assembly.

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